A Small Boy and Light Planes: An Early Lesson in Bureaucracy
Twelve year old Michael Gregg lives in a trailer near Winchester Airport where a glide path complaint prompted FAA action ordering his family to vacate by October 1. The boy investigates the issue, notes a potential runway expansion delay, and voices concern for his unemployed family as city officials explain the plan to keep tenants until any extension funds appear.
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Michael Gregg
Michael
Winchester
Federal Aviation Administration
FAA
Death by Own Action Reported in Stephen City Man
Dennis Walker 21 of Rt 6 Stephens City was found dead in the Stephens City area and pronounced dead at Winchester Memorial Hospital after authorities said he died by hanging. He had been among six Middletown area men charged with a county murder conspiracy. most charges were dropped though new indictments may be sought after Osby Frazier Jr. appeals.
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Fairfax
Frederick County
Walker
Middletown
Stanley Seabright
Osby Frazier Jr
Frazier
Virginia Supreme Court
Indictment Possible in CETA Fraud Case in Virginia
U S attorney in Richmond expected to seek an indictment against a former Winchester employee of the Virginia Employment Commission for embezzling up to 2000 dollars from CETA workers. The scheme involved skimming money from workers checks before they were issued. Special Agent Roy Redman said investigation concluded May 22 and was handed to U S Attorney David Snyder.
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U.S. Attorney’s Office
Richmond
Virginia Employment Commission
Stree State Police
U.S. Department of Labor
Roy Redman
David Snyder
U.S
Snyder
Redman
Local firm aids oil spill cleanup with polyurethane fenders
Frederick County firm Seaward Inc. supplies polyurethane marine fenders worth about 30000 to cushion cleanup vessels off Mexico after a 1.4 million barrel spill from Penmex’s offshore well. The fenders protect equipment from waves as crews work to contain the leak and reduce losses, which could top 2.8 million barrels if unresolved.
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Frederick County
Mexico
Red Adair
Clearbrook
Seaward Inc
Lou Brown
Penmex
Ce8
Rainfall Drives Bright Farm Outlook for 79 Crops
Agriculture agents from Frederick Warren Clarke counties report a favorable year with abundant rain and mild nights offering a strong crop outlook for corn small grains and fruit. Pests including European corn borer cereal leaf beetle and spring armyworm threaten yields while scab and moisture-related issues strain wheat oats apples and peaches. Prices for corn and cattle have risen suggesting higher farm income if weather and pest control hold.
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Robinson
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Strea
Fmiday
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Clarke
George M. Stoddart
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Ron Clevenger
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